Mental Health First Aid training

Mental Health First Aid Training

December 6-7, 2011

Linden Oaks at Edward Hospital

Naperville, IL

Registration 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m.  

$25 Registration Fee 

  

To register, please contact:

Barry Groesch, 630 527-5481 / email bgroesch@edward.org

or

Patricia Berry, 217 321-1250 / email at pat.berry@prevention.org

You will learn

·       The prevalence of mental illnesses in the U.S. and their emotional and economic cost.

·       The potential warning signs and risk factors for depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, psychotic disorders, eating disorders, and substance use disorders.

·       A 5-step action plan to help an individual in crisis connect to professional care.

·       Resources available to help someone with a mental health problem.

Mental Health First Aid has been rigorously evaluated and is proven to reduce stigma connected to mental illnesses. This program can reduce the damaging effects of mental and emotional disorders such as job loss, school dropouts, relationship issues, and drug and alcohol problems. A 12-hour course prepares members of the public to provide Mental Health First Aid to those in need. This course is delivered by certified Mental Health First Aid USA instructors who complete a 5-day training and meet other certification requirements. !2 hours of CPDUs offered